Child Care and Early Education
The goal of free universal pre-K programs for all children is gaining attention, but some regions can now only afford to offer free programs to at-risk children. Preschool advocates argue that the lifelong benefit outweighs the cost. (Photo: The Buffalo News)
Latest in Child Care and Early Education
What Works for Older Youth During the Transition to Adulthood
The fact sheet examines the effectiveness of specific programs aimed at promoting positive development and self-sufficiency for older youth.
Barriers to Obesity Prevention in Head Start
About one-third of children who enter Head Start are overweight or obese. But the study finds that Head Start program directors lack the money, time and knowledge to adequately address child obesity.
The Nation’s Children 2010
A compilation of the latest statistics on the health and welfare of U.S. children, including individual fact sheets on each state.
Improving Access to Public Benefits: Helping Eligible Individuals and Families Get the Income Supports They Need
At least $65 billion in vital government services and support remain unclaimed. The authors highlight methods to extend outreach efforts to ensure that low-income families receive the benefits they critically need.
The Interactive Effects of Stress Reactivity and Family Adversity on Socioemotional Behavior and School Readiness
The study finds that emotionally sensitive children possess a great potential to thrive when raised in supportive, nurturing and encouraging environments.
Summary and Analysis of President Obama’s Education Budget Request
The issue brief provides a summary of the Obama administration's education budget request, released Monday, February 1.
"The Costs of Disinvestment: Why States Can’t Afford to Cut Smart Early Childhood Programs"
Public funding for effective pre-kindergarten and home visiting programs—programs that demonstrate economic and societal benefits—can benefit taxpayers as soon as one year after children and families have received services, according to this issue brief.
"2002-2003 Head Start Impact Study"
The study suggests that children’s gains from participating in Head Start do not last through the end of first grade.
“There’s No Place Like Home: Home Visiting Programs Can Support Pregnant Women and New Parents”
The brief reviews the effectiveness of existing home visiting programs for vulnerable families.
“Overlooked and Undercounted 2009: Struggling to Make Ends Meet in California”
The analysis finds that 3 in 10 California households lack adequate income, opposed to the 1 in 10 households reported by the federal poverty measure.
“Maternal Depression Can Undermine the Development of Young Children”
The report explores recent research on the effects of maternal depression on families and children.
“2010 Education Appropriations Guide”
The issue brief details the federal education appropriations for fiscal year 2010, which were finalized December 13, 2009.
“Invisible: 1.4 Percent Coverage for Education is Not Enough”
The analysis, which argues that there exists virtually no national coverage of education, offers recommendations for improved reporting.
“Mama Says: A National Survey of Moms’ Attitudes on Fathering”
The national survey finds that 93 percent of mothers believe there is a father absence crisis in America.
“How TANF Can Support Positive Parenting Relationships and Foster Father Involvement”
The report calls for improvements to federal services aimed at helping parents who live apart, including mediation, parent education and counseling.
